P-Chlorocresol

p-Chlorocresol
Names

IUPAC name 4-chloro-3-methylphenol
Identifiers
CAS Number	59-50-7changed
3D model (JSmol)	Interactive image
ChemSpider	21106018^N
ECHA InfoCard	100.000.392
PubChem CID	1732
InChI InChI=1S/C7H7ClO/c1-5-4-6(9)2-3-7(5)8/h2-4,9H,1H3^N Key: CFKMVGJGLGKFKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N^N InChI=1/C7H7ClO/c1-5-4-6(9)2-3-7(5)8/h2-4,9H,1H3 Key: CFKMVGJGLGKFKI-UHFFFAOYAE
SMILES Oc1ccc(Cl)c(C)c1
Properties
Chemical formula	C₇H₇ClO
Molar mass	142.58 g·mol⁻¹
Hazards
Safety data sheet	Oxford MSDS
EU classification (DSD) (outdated)	Harmful (Xn)
Related compounds
Related compounds	Chloroxylenol (4-chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol)
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Infobox references

p-Chlorocresol (p-chloro-m-cresol; PCMC; brand name: Preventol CMK) is a chlorinated phenol which is used as an antiseptic and preservative. It forms colourless, dimorphous crystals at room temperature and is only slightly soluble in water. For use as a disinfectant such as a hand wash, it is commonly dissolved in alcohol in combination with other phenols. It is a moderate allergen for sensitive skin.

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